What is the management of an aortic aneurysm?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have been diagnosed with dilated vasculature, including the abdominal aorta, inferior vena cava, and iliac veins, which are described as aneurysmal in size (34 mm on the right, 21 mm on the left). What could cause this? Could stress be a factor?

Answer 1

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I understand your concern.

An aortic aneurysm may result from trauma, infection, or, most commonly, from an intrinsic abnormality in the elastin and collagen components of the aortic wall. Genetic conditions like Marfan syndrome and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome are associated with aortic aneurysms. Risk factors include coronary artery disease, smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, hyperhomocysteinemia, and others.

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